Text Messaging

We are all aware of the potential harm text messaging brings our patients by way of automobile accidents and other injuries. But consider that this form of communication may be a tool to improve the health of others as well. The following link is to a podcast that discusses the fascinating role of text messaging in communicating with pre and post-partum patients to improve outcomes. Communication between healthcare provider and patient can be facilitated in this manner, allowing improved health outcomes that would be otherwise difficult to achieve due to lack of resources and time.

http://www.healthliteracyoutloud.com/2011/04/26/health-literacy-out-loud-57-texting-important-health-messages/